Crusaders prop Nicholas Barrett is travelling to Cape Town following the injury to Ben Franks in Saturday's 42-30 win over the Western Force.

All Blacks prop Ben Franks, left the field in the opening quarter of the match suffering from pain in his lower back.

Meanwhile, loose-head prop Wyatt Crockett admitted the Crusaders front row will face a still challenge against the Stormers this weekend.

Crusaders take on Stormers at 3.05am this Sunday.

Meanwhile, Hurricanes will play Blues at 7.35pm this Friday and at 9.40pm Rebels will take on Reds.


Story by: Dhanjay Deo